Beginner Cooking Classes San Jose

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Tiffany T.

Booked the event Exciting Dumpling Duos with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

A huge thank you to Chef Parsati for such an incredible cooking class experience! Learning how to make both vegetarian and chicken dumplings from scratch was so much fun, but what made it even more special was how much knowledge she shared along the way. Not only did we learn cooking techniques, but she also taught us about the nutritional value of using fresh herbs and ingredients to season the filling naturally. The passion, patience, and care she brought to the experience made it unforgettable. Amazing food, amazing energy, and an amazing teacher — we loved every minute of it and can’t wait to take another class!

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Anna P.

Booked the event Authentic Flavors of India with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

We prepared Vegetable curry puffs with mango chutney, chicken korma and potato korma, saffron veg pulao, potato salad, Qawami seviyan dessert. I booked this for one of our team building event. And team build we did. It was great to step away from our desks and learn Indian cooking with Chef Parsati. I wish we had more time since I was really looking forward to learning how to make garlic naan. It would have been good to have a soux chef to share a bit of the teaching/talking/cooking. A team member said - "I had such a wonderful experience at this cooking class. As a first-time participant, I immediately felt welcomed and included. The group was highly engaged, and the chef did an excellent job of making sure everyone had a role in preparing the meal. The food was absolutely delicious, and the entire experience reminded me of cooking with my family, where everyone had their own task to contribute. At the end, we gathered together to enjoy the incredible meal we had all helped create. It truly felt like home, and I can't wait to attend another class"

Yichen S.

Booked the event Authentic Flavors of India with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

We had such a wonderful time at Chef Parsati’s place! Can’t wait to be back for more classes!

Julie L.

Booked the class Global Vegan Cuisine with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Thank yau, Chef Parsati, so much for your cooking class, we’ve learned not only different kind of cooking but also learned the healthy way to cook as well. Both my daughter in law and I enjoyed it very much. Thank you!

Ame P.

Booked the class The Mastery of Spanish Fare with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

Great evening with Chef Roddy and his team. The food was great. We had a good blend of helping to cook and also networking with our team. A wonderful night overall. I would highly suggest. We did the Paella cooking class and it was delicious and plenty of food for all 9 of us. Thank you Chef!'

Elizabeth R.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Chef Parsati was a great teacher and amazing host! Her kitchen was very clean and the overall atmosphere was very warm and friendly. We were amazed by her experience and expertise of cooking different cuisines. The dishes we made were very easy to follow and she helped guide us throughout the whole process. She even changed the recipes a bit to match our personal tastes! Overall the food was excellent and Chef Parsati was an incredible teacher and great conversationalist. We will definitely be coming back to try her other classes!!!

Desiree M.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

My partner and I had a great time with this unique experience for our anniversary. Thank you again for hosting, sharing your knowledge and skills with us, and giving us a surprise candle gift, chef! We truly appreciated your passion in cooking. More blessings to your classes! ?

Sheri C.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

I brought my friend for the Hawaiian cooking class with Chef Parsati to celebrate her 50th birthday and we had a wonderful time! Chef Parsati was very friendly and knowledgeable and the food was amazing. Chef Parsati's home was a very clean and cozy environment that made for a very personal experience. We would highly recommend this class!

Heather R.

Booked the class Italian Dough Workshop with Chef Libby in San Jose (Naglee Park)

Thank you Libby for a fun educational night

Steve M.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

This experience was absolutely splendid! Chef Parsati is warm, authentic, fun, funny, knowledgeable, inviting. Really could not say enough about how wonderful she is. The food was stellar and she walked us through substitutions, modifications, and techniques that we could employ. We will most definitely be cooking a number of these recipes again and likely soon haha. I would highly recommend taking a class with Chef Parsati. My cheeks hurt from smiling!

Kelsey W.

Booked the class Italian Dough Workshop with Chef Libby in San Jose (Naglee Park)

Chef Libby was a great teacher! She was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions very happily. We learned so much and would happily take another class of hers. We're already looking into trying the sushi class :)

Sherry D.

Booked the class Handmade Soup and Technique Workshop with Chef Elham in San Jose (Northside)

Chef Elham was a wonderful host and a fantastic chef. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and look forward to making the soups we learned to make at our session.

Mike K.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Chef Parsati was wonderful - a gracious host and wonderful instructor. We took her Hawaiian cooking class as a three generation family event with ages from 14-82. Chef was able to connect with all of us and especially our 14-year old chef in training. A great experience and we will be back. As to the food - all terrific including things I would never have thought of like veggie poke. And the huli huli chicken was amazing.

Munir .

Booked the class Easy Weeknight Meals with Chef Elham in San Jose (Northside)

Chef Elham was so wonderful to work with! We didn't know too much about cooking but she made sure we were comfortable and relaxed in here. She made the whole experience light and fun! I definitely would go back again!

Melissa C.

Booked the class Make Your Own Kimchi with Chef Stacey in San Jose (Broadway - Palmhaven)

Attending Chef Stacey's home for a cooking class is like walking into a magazine editorial- her space is absolutely AMAZING. From the kitchen to the patio to the garden, her place is the perfect space to host a cooking class. Chef Stacey is extremely passionate about healthy food and I learned so much from her. The lecture was very informative and the food was absolutely delicious.

Rachel F.

Booked the class The Art of Pasta Making with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

Horrible experience that was essentially a scam. Chef Roddy was not present. We were barely given an opportunity to prepare any of the dishes and were essentially taught nothing. Starting with the sauce, the chef just made the sauce themselves. They did not give instructions, only listed ingredients or quantities when we asked. There was no instruction given on how to make the pasta besides combining flour plus egg and barely any oversight as they were focused on making the sauce behind us. There was no option to make gnocchi or ravioli as in the description. We were not taught to make the salad address from scratch as in the description as this was prepared in advance. Additionally, the panna cotta was also prepared in advance so there was no teaching there. At every opportunity, things were made in advance and done as quickly as possible by the chef without us and without any sort of instruction. We felt rushed despite being the only group of 3 and left an hour before our designated time. This seemed like this “cooking class” was doing below to bare minimum just to check off the boxes.

Maryanna B.

Booked the class Simple Yet Stunning Desserts with Chef Elham in San Jose (Almaden)

The teacher was nice but the class was not at all what I expected. All items we used were premade we did make anything from scratch. The class description was mis-leading. I was expecting to learn at least how to make dessert sauces. The materials provided were low quality. One of the desserts offered to be used was a pudding snack pack. I was extremely disappointed the presentation and lesson was a 5 min discussion. Not worth the 85.00. I was interested in talking more classes but now I feel mislead and not sure if the class description is true to my explanation. I also invited two friends and I few bad and embarrassed that they were invited to a bad experience. My friend even ask the chef to show her something and was dismissed by our instructor. The instructor response was just cut the cake and layer. For the price we paid I think she could of showed her student how the layer a truffle. This class was elementary level something for a classroom project.

David A.

Booked the class The Mastery of Spanish Fare with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

Chef Edie showed us how to make Paella, grilled shrimp with bruschetta. Everything was delicious.

James d.

Booked the event Exciting Dumpling Duos with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

We attended Chef Parsati's "Exciting Dumpling Duos" lunch cooking class on May 17th, and it was a fun experience! My daughter and I enjoyed bonding while learning to make fried vegetarian and steamed chicken dumplings in her clean, well-organized kitchen. The class is great for beginners or those looking for a casual, hands-on activity. While the recipes were simple and the pace felt a bit rushed, Chef Parsati’s expertise and professionalism stood out. The price was on the higher side, but that’s expected for Bay Area experiences. I’d love to work with Chef Parsati directly for a more personalized class in the future. Overall, it was a memorable and enjoyable time!

Ashvin P.

Booked the class The Mastery of Spanish Fare with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

We had an absolutely incredible experience learning to cook with Chef Roddy and his team. From the moment we arrived, the energy was warm, welcoming, and effortlessly professional. Chef Erick has a true gift—not just for cooking, but for teaching. He breaks things down in a way that’s engaging, approachable, and genuinely fun, whether you’re a beginner or someone who already loves being in the kitchen. The highlight of the experience was making paella—and not just any paella, but hands down the best we’ve ever had. Every step, from layering flavors to perfecting the texture of the rice, was thoughtfully guided. You can tell Chef Erick is passionate about his craft, and that passion carries through in every detail. His team was equally fantastic—attentive, knowledgeable, and clearly in sync, which made the whole experience feel seamless and elevated. It never felt rushed, and there was a great balance of hands-on learning, storytelling, and enjoying the process. This wasn’t just a cooking class—it was a memorable culinary experience. We walked away not only with new skills, but with a deeper appreciation for the art of cooking (and a serious craving for paella). Highly, highly recommend Chef Roddy and his team—you won’t be disappointed.

Tracy Bettendorf .

Booked the class Signature Latin Classics with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

The class was incredible! Chef Roddy and his team were insightful, engaging, and so much fun to be around. The food was delicious, and his kitchen was immaculate. We had a fantastic experience.

Veselin D.

Booked the event Classic Fare From Asia with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Thank you, Chef Parsati! Our team really enjoyed the cozy atmosphere, the hands-on experience and the hearty, yummy food at the end. It was real pleasure meeting you and learning about your cooking experiences from around the world!

Brad B.

Booked the class The Mastery of Spanish Fare with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

Had a great time preparing all the spanish dishes. Staff ensured everyone had a great time and learned something new. The Paella was great!

Ernesto Q.

Booked the class Global Vegan Cuisine with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

I have never cooked in my life, today after taking some advice and recipes from chef parsati that will change. She’s very nice, very knowledgeable, very passionate. My fiance and I loved her cooking. We learned a lot. We’re both vegans and if you are too I recommend this class. Thanks for making the food spicy for us (: We’re definitely taking another class with her and invite family. Thank you chef parsati!

Emma H.

Booked the class Global Vegan Cuisine with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

My fiance and I had an amazing experience with Chef Parsati! The food was delicious and we learned so many amazing things. We will definitely be back!

Elvin L.

Booked the class The Mastery of Spanish Fare with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

Really fun experience and learning experience

Orr D.

Booked the class Vegan Currito Bowl with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Great teacher, delicious meal :)

menar N.

Booked the event Classic Fare From Asia with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Chef Parsati was great! Super accommodating and knowledgeable. Some of us were more picky and she gave us alternatives to cook with. We had a lot of fun and highly recommend for any group!

Lynna Rodriguez .

Booked the class Global Vegan Cuisine with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Great experience! Chef Parsati was very knowledgeable and informative. She showed us many great techniques and new recipes that I hadn't tried before.

Ann B.

Booked the class Global Vegan Cuisine with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

We had a fantastic day with Chef Parsati! The recipes were delicious, and she is patient, interesting, and very knowledgeable about world cuisine! We loved our afternoon of learning and eating, and we all came away with some new recipes to try at home! We highly recommend Chef Parsati and her cooking classes!

Mom .

Booked the class Handmade Soup and Technique Workshop with Chef Elham in San Jose (Northside)

This was a personalized class in the chef's kitchen. She gave us lots of good tips, the soups were all delicious and we had a very nice time. I would definitely take more classes from her.

Lee I.

Booked the class Global Vegan Cuisine with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Non vegans can learn a great deal from Chef Parsati. My niece and I want to cook healthier dishes and this class is what we needed. Chef explains the vegan ingredients as recipes are assembled and followed up with sending an ingredient list after the class. Come learn and enjoy!

Angel R.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

WOW!!!! Where do I even begin… First, the class took place in the chefs private home which was incredibly warm and welcoming. The space was very clean and tidy, and chef was so welcoming and professional! The class itself began with a quick snack, compliments of the chef, which was tasty and set the tone for the rest of the time there! From there, we got right into the chopping and cooking, and I literally found myself jumping in place from the excitement of mixing and cooking. She was very clear and concise in her explanations, and very welcoming in our own style of cooking however that presented.. In her words, since I kept saying sorry for my terrible chopping skills, “There is no sorry in this class. You cook and have fun.. That’s all that matters.” I never for a moment felt rushed, or as if I was doing anything wrong. All questions were welcomed and answered, and of course, the food tasted absolutely amazing!! My partner and I were so pleased and so grateful for this wonderful experience, and will be returning for more classes! Thank you, Chef!!!

Kinsley L.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

I’ve never used CozyMeal before but I am so thankful I found Chef Parsati on CozyMeal. She is an extremely accommodating and knowledgeable chef. Even though Chef Parsati was busy on the day of my booking, she made sure to fit my girlfriend and I in for our class! We were also running late, and she made us feel so welcomed and comfortable at her place. The meals my girlfriend and I learned to cook were delicious and healthy. I would definitely take another class from Chef Parsati and recommend her to my friends and family.

Timothy L.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

My team had a great time with Chef Parsati yesterday. She engaged everybody and was very thoughtful and attentive to everyone's preferences. The food was flavored and garnished to perfection.

Stephanie Q.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Chef Parsati was super welcoming and gave an amazing class. We booked the Tropical Hawaiian Fare class and made a 4 course meal. We made delicious dishes that were easy to make and tasted phenomenal. In addition, met some fantastic ladies and had lots of fun. Chef opened her house to us , provided sweets and refreshments. She was patient and made us feel confident with our cooking. Definitely recommend and will be returning for another class.

Chris H.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Our experience with Chef Parsati was AMAZING! I opted for cooking lessons for our EOY Staff Team Outing. Chef was communicative, warm and knowledgable. She shared tidbits of useful and applicable information that was received well by everyone. The food was DELICIOUS and the environment was light and fun. Definitely coming back for a date night with my wife.

Casey Robertson .

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Such a wonderful team bonding event with my colleagues! She is so passionate about her work and the food was amazing!

Casey Douglas .

Booked the class The Art of Pasta Making with Chef Roddy in San Jose (Campbell)

We worked with Oscar and had an amazing time! His passion for food made it so fun.

Daniel G.

Booked the event Authentic Flavors of India with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

We booked this event as a team building activity and we had so much fun. Chef Parsati kept the class interesting, teaching us about the ingredients, flavors and its origins. We all participated in creating this amazing meal! Would hardly recommend if you're trying to do something fun with your friends or colleagues!

Jonathan B.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

We did a Hawaiian flare class with Chef Parsati and it was delicious! The food was great and she shared tons of tips for cooking the meal. She was very personable and easy to cook with. It was easy to see that she is passionate about cooking and sharing with others. Highly recommend.

Molly K.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Great Class! Chef Parvati is very knowledgeable and a great instructor. The food was out of this world and we are very excited to recreate the recipes at home. We loved that she gave us the recipes but also informed us on how to vary the recipes to suit different tastes and diets. Would definitely recommend to those who want to learn tropical flavors.

Sophia C.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Booked this event for team bonding and it was a blast! The food was delicious and absolutely loved how many tips and tricks we got along the way of cooking. This will be an event we’ll talk about for a while. Can’t wait to try these recipes at home!! Thank you so much for letting us in your space, a wonderful chef and teacher!!

Debi Q.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Very welcoming, 4 people in our group. Chef tailored everything to each skill level. Food was delicious! Great date night or group party idea. Would definitely recommend this Chef and the whole experience in general

Tabriz H.

Booked the class Global Vegan Cuisine with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Wonderful experience and cooking class. As someone new to vegan cuisine, I learned so much including how to get more protein and how to spice things up to make them more interesting. Parsa was unbelievable welcoming and I am already looking forward to taking another class from her. I would highly suggest her classes.

Mark .

Booked the event Classic Fare From Asia with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

It was a great experience with Chef Parsati. Highly recommended!!

Cooper H.

Booked the class Global Vegan Cuisine with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Cooking with Chef Parsati was great. She welcomed us and informed us with humor and fun. The food was delicious and I can't wait to cook the recipes at home. Thank you Chef Parsati!

Carrie R.

Booked the class Tropical Hawaiian Fare with Chef Parsati in San Jose (Edenvale)

Chef Parsati is warm and welcoming and is great at communicating. She is so much fun to be around and we loved that she taught us great techniques and provided many options and ideas based upon needs and preferences. The food was delicious and we loved that she helped us prepare it for our tastes. We would highly recommend her to anyone interested in cooking classes.

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